Recreational craft
Recreational craft was recalled on 28 October 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01483/22. Drowning risk reported by Finland. The boat does not have enough buoyancy to float when flooded with water.
| Alert Number | A12/01483/22 |
| Brand | Stella |
| Category | Recreational crafts |
| Risk Type | Drowning |
| Notifying Country | Finland |
| Country of Origin | Finland |
| Published | 28 October 2022 |
Risk Description
The boat does not have enough buoyancy to float when flooded with water. The boat may sink, increasing the risk of drowning for users. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Recreational Craft and Personal Watercraft Directive.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Stop of salesDate of entry into force: 25/09/2022Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Making the marketing of the product subject to prior conditionsDate of entry into force: 25/09/2022
Product Description
Recreational craft of dimensions: 3,79 x 1,40 m.
🌊 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a drowning hazard related to Recreational craft.
About this risk
This product does not provide adequate stability or safety features for use in or around water, creating a drowning risk.
Recommended action
Do not use this product in or near water. Never leave children unattended near water, even with flotation devices. Return the product to the retailer.
Who is at risk?
Children are at extreme risk. Drowning can occur in as little as 2 cm of water.